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Piano mover costs typically range from $200–$400 for local uprights and $1,000–$2,000 for long-distance, but prices vary significantly by distance, piano type (grands cost more), stairs/obstacles (add $5-$10 per step), special equipment, and insurance, with some basic moves starting at $150 and complex moves exceeding $5,000, notes. Expect additional fees for difficult terrain, narrow spaces, or rush jobs, and factor in post-move tuning ($125-$225).

Moving distance If you're wondering how much it costs to move a piano interstate, prepare to spend around $300 to $1500. Additionally, the average cost to move an upright piano or spinet piano costs $150 to $300 to move locally, and $500 to $800 for a long-distance job.

A piano dolly is essential for moving an upright piano yourself, but hiring professional piano movers is almost always better and safer, especially for valuable instruments, because pros use specialized equipment (dollies, ramps, straps, blankets) and have the training to handle the extreme weight (hundreds to over a thousand pounds) and awkward shape, preventing costly damage and serious injury, which can outweigh the cost of movers. A dolly alone isn't enough; you need strong people, a truck with a ramp, padding, and expertise to avoid accidents.